张 (zhāng): Translation, Pronunciation and Example Sentences

The Chinese word 张 is a versatile character that can be used as a noun, verb, or measure word. As a noun, it can refer to a sheet, a piece of paper, or a photograph. As a verb, it means to stretch, to open, or to spread out. 张 is also commonly used as a measure word for flat objects, such as tables, chairs, and doors. In addition, 张 is a common surname in China, and it is often used in personal names.

Translation

Verb: to open up, to spread
Measure Word: for pieces, flat objects

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

ChinesePinyinEngish
张先生是我的老师zhāng xiānsheng shì wǒ de lǎoshīMr Zhang is my teacher
她在张罗婚礼的事情tā zài zhāngluó hūnlǐ de shìqíngShe is arranging the wedding
这张照片很漂亮zhè zhāng zhàopiàn hěn piàoliangThis photo is very beautiful
她给我张纸条tā gěi wǒ zhāng zhǐtiáoShe gave me a piece of paper
他的脸上挂着一张笑容tā de liǎn shàng guàzhe yī zhāng xiàoróngThere was a smile on his face
我要去张家沟旅游wǒ yào qù zhāng jiā gōu lǚyóuI am going to Zhangjiagou for a trip
张嘴,让我看看你的牙齿zhāng zuǐ, ràng wǒ kàn kàn nǐ de yáchǐOpen your mouth, let me see your teeth
这张地图上标注了所有的城市zhè zhāng dìtú shàng biāozhùle suǒyǒu de chéngshìAll cities are marked on this map

HSK

张 is part of HSK Level 2 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 3.

Learning Card

Learning card for Chinese word 张 with Pinyin and English Translation